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Iconic star cluster found to be much bigger than previously thought

Researchers hope new findings will help trace origin of our Sun

The Independent UK

Astronomers discover the famous Pleiades star cluster could be 20 times bigger than we thought

"This study changes how we see the Pleiades — not just seven bright stars, but thousands of long-lost siblings scattered across the whole sky."

Space

See the moon meet up with the Seven Sisters of the Pleiades early on Nov. 6

The near-full moon shines close to the Pleiades open star cluster early on Nov. 6

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The moon meets up with the Seven Sisters tonight. Here's how to see it

On the evening of Oct. 9, a waning gibbous moon visits the famous Pleiades Star Cluster — the Seven Sisters — in the Taurus constellation.

Space

Happy Astronomy Day 2025! Celebrate by hunting these 6 spectacular night sky targets

Here are six stunning night sky objects to find as we celebrate astronomy day on Sept. 27.

Space

Don't miss the moon shine close to the Pleiades star cluster on Sept. 12

The Pleiades will appear close to the moon before midnight on Sept. 12.

Space

See a trio of spectacular star clusters brighten the summer sky in August 2025

The Hyades, Pleiades and Hercules star clusters make for excellent targets in the late summer months.

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Don't miss the moon rendezvous with the Pleiades in the early morning sky Aug. 16–17

The moon will drift towards the Pleiades and Uranus in the early hours of Aug. 16-17.

Space

These 3 popular skywatching star clusters may be branches of the same family tree

The Orion Nebula, the Pleiades and the Hyades open clusters could represent the different phases of star clusters: baby, adolescent and elderly.

Space

See the moon cross the Pleiades for the last time this year on July 20

The moon's crescent limb will cloak and uncover stars from the iconic cluster before sunrise.

Space

Don't miss the Pleiades shine with Venus in the predawn sky on July 5

Uranus will also be on show, if you fancy a more challenging target.

Space

See the moon, Venus and the Pleiades make a celestial triangle in the predawn sky on June 22

The Pleiades, a crescent moon and Venus — what more could an astrophotographer want?

Space

Matariki and our diminishing night sky: light pollution from cities and satellites is making stars harder to see

This week, Aotearoa New Zealand officially celebrates Matariki for the fourth time, marked by the reappearance in the night sky of the star cluster also known as the Pleiades.

The Conversation

Astrophotography in June 2025: what to shoot in the night sky this month

Here’s everything you need to know about what’s happening in the night sky this month

Digital Camera World

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The Guardian - UK

Starwatch: Lesser-known Coma star cluster is the jewel in a queen’s hair

Comprising 10-11 stars in the constellation of Coma Berenices, with a little effort, it is visible to the naked eye

The Guardian - UK

Dazzling planet, moon and stars tableau to usher in April

The pinnacle of this celestial display will be the waxing crescent moon cruising past the Pleiades star cluster

Digital Camera World

Astrophotography in April 2025: what to shoot in the night sky this month

Here’s everything you need to know about what’s happening in the night sky this month

Space

See the moon and Jupiter grab 'the Bull' by the horns this week

Jupiter will also be accompanied by two naked-eye star clusters: the Pleiades and Hyades.

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The moon will cover the Seven Sisters of the Pleiades this week. Here's how to see it

On the night of Feb. 5, a waxing gibbous moon will once again cover up the "Seven Sisters" of the famous Pleiades star cluster.

Space

Watch the moon hide the 'Seven Sisters' of the Pleiades star cluster tonight

The moon will pass in front of the Pleiades star cluster during an occultation on Jan. 9, 2025. Here's how to see it.

Space

Eclipses, meteor showers and more: The must-see skywatching events of 2025

A rundown of some of the exciting sky events — including meteor showers and the first total lunar eclipse for the U.S. since 2022 — that will take place this year.

Al Jazeera

Beaver moon to dazzle skies in this year’s last supermoon: When to watch

This supermoon will reach its peak brightness on Friday at 4:29pm Eastern Time (21:29 GMT).

Space

See the moon meet up with the Seven Sisters of the Pleiades this weekend

During the morning hours of Sunday, Sept. 22, skywatchers will be able to watch a waning gibbous moon cross in front of probably the most popular of all the star clusters in the sky: the Pleiades.

Space

See the moon meet Mars, follow the Arc to Arcturus and keep your eyes peeled for meteors and more this week

Discover your night sky this week, July 29 — Aug. 4, 2024, using just your naked eyes, no equipment necessary.

The Guardian - UK

Starwatch: July to end with stunning celestial grouping

Crescent moon will appear with Pleiades star cluster, Jupiter and Mars, and the bright star Aldebaran

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